Christmas 2024: Heartfelt wishes and greetings to send to your loved ones
As the holiday season approaches in 2024, it's the perfect opportunity to send heartfelt wishes and greetings to your loved ones, letting them know just how much they mean to you
21 December,2024 03:12 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentChristmas 2024: History, significance, and everything you need to know
In India, the festive season begins early in December, with cities and towns across the country adorning their streets with Christmas lights, decorations, and Christmas trees
21 December,2024 03:02 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentOver 30 lakh devotees make pilgrimage to Badrinath and Kedarnath in 2024: Report
The Shri Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee reported a record-breaking 30,87,417 pilgrims visiting Badrinath and Kedarnath Dhams during the 2024 Yatra season, highlighting the success of temple and local administration efforts
18 November,2024 10:03 AM IST | DehradunGurunanak Jayanti brings light and devotion to Mumbai's gurudwaras
Mumbai marks Guru Nanak’s birth anniversary with celebrations highlighting his teachings on unity, service, and compassion.
16 November,2024 02:07 PM IST | Mumbai | Anisha ShrivastavaVaranasi: Large crowds gather at Dashashwamedh Ghat for 'Ganga Mahotsav 2024'
Large crowds gathered at Varanasi's Dashashwamedh Ghat for the ongoing Ganga Mahotsav 2024, where cultural performances, including a Kathak dance by Yasmin Singh, added to the vibrant atmosphere. The festival celebrates the spiritual significance of the Ganges and attracts visitors from around the world
13 November,2024 09:59 AM IST | VaranasiDevotees celebrate Chhath Puja with holy dip in Ganga at Patliputra Ghat
On the first day of Chhath Puja, devotees gathered at Patliputra Ghat in Patna to perform sacred rituals, take a holy dip in the Ganga, and prepare offerings for the Sun God.
05 November,2024 11:20 AM IST | PatnaDevotees drink AC water believing it’s ‘Charan Amrit’ at Banke Bihari temple
In a recent viral video from Vrindavan’s Banke Bihari Temple, devotees were seen drinking water dripping from an elephant spout, mistaking it for holy water or ‘Charan Amrit.’ The water was actually discharge from the temple’s air conditioning system, sparking debate on faith and scientific awareness.
04 November,2024 08:47 PM IST | Vrindavan | Anisha ShrivastavaGanga Utsav 2024 in Haridwar: Chandi Ghat gears up to celebrate the River Ganga
Haridwar’s Chandi Ghat prepares to host the eighth annual Ganga Utsav, celebrating the River Ganga’s cultural, spiritual, and ecological importance. This year’s festival features a unique Women’s River Rafting Campaign, cultural performances, and new conservation initiatives, including the reintroduction of Mahseer fish.
04 November,2024 09:18 AM IST | UttarakhandPortals of Kedarnath and Yamunotri temples closed for winter in Uttarakhand
The sacred portals of Kedarnath and Yamunotri temples in Uttarakhand were closed on Bhai Dooj, marking the end of this year’s pilgrimage season. Thousands of devotees gathered for the Vedic ceremonies as the idols of Lord Shiva and Goddess Yamuna were taken to their winter abodes.
03 November,2024 06:34 PM IST | DehradunRare snake discoveries highlight Dudhwa National Park's rich biodiversity
The recent discovery of two rare snake species in Dudhwa National Park, including the Painted Keelback and a brown morph vine snake, underscores the region's rich biodiversity, exciting conservationists and researchers.
03 November,2024 01:21 PM IST | Lakhimpur KheriIn Photos: Have you ever been welcomed at a cafe by a robot?
27 August,2024 07:46 PM ISTIndira Gandhi Death Anniversary: Why former Indian PM was called the 'Iron Lady'
Indira Gandhi is remembered for her strong leadership and efforts to modernise India, her tenure was also marred by controversies for taking strong decisions including the declaration of a state of emergency from 1975 to 1977
30 October,2024 06:42 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent"All Diwali arrangements made for devotees," says Chief Priest of Ram mandir
The Chief Priest of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple, Acharya Satyendra Das, announces extensive preparations for this year's Deepotsav, marking a special occasion following the consecration of Ram Lalla, with plans for world record attempts to light 2.5 million diyas.
30 October,2024 11:01 AM IST | AyodhyaDiwali 2024: Traditions, rituals, and the spirit of the festival of lights
For many, Diwali is a time to seek blessings, express gratitude, and start afresh. The festival is often seen as an opportunity to reflect on one’s journey, appreciate loved ones, and welcome new beginnings
28 October,2024 03:51 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentIndia-China Relations: Chinese journalist stuns singing Bollywood songs
In a pleasant surprise , Chinese Journalist Zhu Jingjing also named as Meera from China Media Group who works in the Hindi service stunned all singing Bollywood songs. She hopes for India and China's relationship to get better in the near future. Speaking with ANI, Meera said, 'My Indian name is Meera because normally Indians can't remember my Chinese name. So mostly I tell my indian friends that my name is Meera. I work in the China Media Group and in our group, programs are made in around 80 different languages. I work in Hindi services'.Speaking on the influence of Bollywood in China, Meera said, "Before the year 2019, Indian films like Dangal were very popular in China. Dangal's box office collection in China was more than that of India. Films like Secret Superstar and Bajrangi Bhaijaan are very popular in China and the song 'Ye Aakhein Khuli Ho Ya Ho Band' is very popular in China, whether old age or young age, everyone listens to it and likes it very much".